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Old Marriott Deal Gets New Scrutiny

A little-known deal negotiated in 1998 allows the Marriott Marquis hotel, in the heart of Times Square, to purchase the city-controlled land beneath it for nearly $20 million in 2017.

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People Are Leaving California for Texas in a Big Way -- AOL Real Estate

Jed Kolko is the chief economist for online listings site Trulia. This article originally appeared on the Trulia Trends blog. A constant debate in California politics is whether jobs and people are leaving the state. This week, in fact, Texas Gov. Rick Perry is in California, trying to lure businesses to his state.

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A 'Disgraceful' Deal With Marriott Could Cost NYC $345 Million This Year

NEW YORK (Reuters) - New York City's chief financial officer said on Tuesday the city stands to lose as much as $345 million because of a past sweetheart deal, uncovered during an audit, with the Marriott Marquis hotelin the heart of Times Square.

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British Accent in Virginia

British Accent in Virginia $8,750,000 VA Detached Home Flanked by lush landscaping, this manor-style home drew inspiration from England's iconic Cotswold architecture.-Stefanos Chen Richard and Pamela Hanlon, both 65, purchased this 5-acre property in the Great Falls area of Virginia for $2.5 million in 2004, according to public records.

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Where To Move If You're Looking For Love

"If I stay here, I'll forever be single. I just can't seem to find the right person in this town." If this sounds like you, listen up. Today, Zillow unveiled the "In the Move for Love Index," which names the best cities for young singles to relocate for love.

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Our Guide to Who's Up and Who's Down

Power is the most coveted and volatile currency in New York-and, often, the most misunderstood. It's a city where almost anything can be purchased at any hour, but not power. A $20 million apartment overlooking Central Park doesn't make you powerful; it just makes you the owner of a $20 million apartment.

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Big Update Coming Tomorrow (2/12)

Hey everyone- just thought I'd let you know that there's a big update tomorrow. Not to the site, but certainly to the blog. A hint- challenges will be offered, and challenges will be a...

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Sacha Baron Cohen Puts Los Angeles Home Up for Sale for $2.595 Million -- AOL Real Estate

No word on whether Sacha Baron Cohen is eyeing a place in Borat's native Kazakhstan, but whatever the case, the actor has just thrown his Los Angeles home on the market for $2.595 million, the Los Angeles Times reported. According to the newspaper, the home previously was listed for rent for $10,995 a month.

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Here's How Much House You Can Get For $650,000

Each week we take a look at how much house you can expect to get at a specific price point. This week, we're looking at homes priced around $650,000. Oceanside, CA 1866 Downs St, Oceanside CA For sale: $650,000 A chef's kitchen, open floor plan and huge windows create a livable residence in Oceanside, just outside San Diego.

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So This Is Where All The Single Men And Women Have Been Hiding

Aimee Groth, Business Insider In Washington, D.C., women often complain about the lack of available men. On the other hand, "Man Jose" gets that nickname for having too few available women for the men of Silicon Valley. But is it fact or fiction?

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